4th CNLU–CARCIL National Conference on Securities Laws, 2026
4th CNLU–CARCIL National Conference on Securities Laws, 2026
About the Organizer
About CNLU
Chanakya National Law University (CNLU), Patna, established in 2006, is a premier National Law University dedicated to imparting quality legal education and promoting legal awareness. The University has earned a pan-India reputation for excellence in legal education and research and regularly organises conferences, capacity-building programmes, guest lectures, and collaborative academic initiatives with statutory bodies, research centres, think tanks, law firms, educational institutions, and trade associations.
About CARCIL
The Centre for Advanced Research on Corporate and Insolvency Laws (CARCIL) is a Centre of Excellence at CNLU that promotes advanced research in:
Corporate Law
Corporate Governance
Insolvency Laws
Allied Commercial Laws
The Centre undertakes research projects, academic conferences, workshops, lectures, faculty development programmes, and other initiatives aimed at advancing corporate and insolvency law scholarship while fostering critical thinking and innovation.
About the Conference
The 4th CNLU–CARCIL National Conference on Securities Laws, 2026 is organised as part of the CNLU–CARCIL National Corporate Fest (CNCF'26).
The conference builds upon the success of its previous editions and provides a platform to deliberate on:
Contemporary developments in securities law
Capital market regulation
Regulatory reforms
Market dynamics
Investor protection
Emerging challenges in securities regulation
The conference follows a two-phase format:
Phase I
Submission of original and unpublished research papers
Payment of the prescribed registration fee
Evaluation of all submissions
Selection of the Top 8 papers
Phase II
The shortlisted participants will present their research papers offline at CNLU before expert panels and participate in discussions on contemporary issues relating to securities and capital markets law.
The offline presentation round is scheduled for 3 September 2026.
The conference aims to evaluate:
Research aptitude
Legal reasoning
Analytical ability
Understanding of securities and capital market laws
Prizes and other recognitions will be awarded to outstanding participants.
Eligibility
Submissions are invited from:
Students of recognised law universities
Students of recognised management universities
Academicians
Practising Advocates
Subject Matter Experts interested in Securities Laws and allied areas
Theme
"The Metamorphosis of Capital Markets in the Digital Age"
Indicative Sub-Themes
The New Architecture of Securities Regulation under the Securities Markets Code
Enforcement, Investigations and Regulatory Adjudication
Intermediaries, Investment Schemes and Gatekeepers of Capital Markets
Market Infrastructure Institutions and Systemic Stability
Securities Trading, Derivatives Regulation and Market Innovation
Dematerialisation, Depositories and Digital Securities Ecosystems
Listing Regulations, Corporate Disclosures and Access to Capital
Investor Protection, Market Abuse and Market Integrity
Regulatory Powers, Appeals and Judicial Oversight under the Securities Markets Code
Transitional Provisions, Harmonisation and Future Securities Regulation
Armed Conflicts, Geopolitical Risks and Capital Market Resilience
REITs, InvITs and Financialisation of Real Assets
The above themes are illustrative and not exhaustive.
Formatting Guidelines
Font: Times New Roman
Main Text: 12 pt
Headings & Sub-headings: 14 pt
Line Spacing: 1.5
Alignment: Justified
Main Heading & Sub-headings: Centre Aligned
Footnotes:
Font: Times New Roman
Size: 10 pt
Line Spacing: Single
Alignment: Justified
Submission Guidelines
Abstract:
Maximum 350 words
Must be included within the final manuscript.
Full Paper:
3,000–5,000 words
Word limit excludes footnotes and references.
Citation Style:
Bluebook: A Uniform System of Citation (21st Edition)
Maximum 2 authors per paper.
Manuscripts must be:
Original
Unpublished
Written in English
Maximum 10% similarity index
Authors are solely responsible for the accuracy of facts, opinions and views.
Simultaneous submissions are prohibited while the manuscript is under review.
The manuscript must not contain the name of the author(s) or institution anywhere in the body.
Registration fee is mandatory for every author.
Participants must complete the registration form and select their preferred theme while registering.
Important Dates
Release of Pre-Invite / Call for Papers - 20 June 2026
Commencement of Final Registration - 5 July 2026
Paper Submission, Registration Fee Payment & Last Date of Provisional Registration - 2 August 2026
Announcement of Top 8 Papers & Rank List - 18 August 2026
4th CNLU–CARCIL National Conference (On-Campus) - 3 September 2026
Registration Procedure
Authors must complete the Provisional Registration Form before the registration deadline.
Registration is to be completed through the official online registration form.
Participants are required to submit their manuscript through the Final Registration & Manuscript Submission Form.
Registration Fee
Students & Research Scholars - ₹2,000
Students & Research Scholars (With Co-author) - ₹3,500
Academicians & Professionals - ₹3,500
Academicians & Professionals (With Co-author) - ₹6,000
Foreign Students & Research Scholars - USD 40
Foreign Students & Research Scholars (With Co-author) - USD 70
Foreign Academicians & Professionals - USD 70
Foreign Academicians & Professionals (With Co-author) - USD 110
Fee Payment Details
Account Name: Chanakya National Law University
Account Number: 40831092400
IFSC Code: SBIN0015996
Bank Branch: Mithapur, Patna
Contact Information
Conveners
Hardik Awasthi: +91 8423648309
Shivam Singh: +91 8271107570
Co-Conveners
Saksham Shivam: +91 6201751648
Vishvajeet Rastogi: +91 9336990307